Experienced, Award-Winning Family Law Guidance
Lisa L. Johnson
Divorce does not just take an emotional toll; it can reshape your financial life. For high-asset individuals, protecting investments and retirement accounts starts with knowing what’s at stake. Here are three ways to help you plan now to safeguard your savings and...
Custody arrangements create stability for children, but emergencies can disrupt even the best plans. Kentucky law allows parents to request temporary changes when unexpected situations arise. If you face a sudden issue, you should know how courts handle these requests...
Social media makes it easy to share life updates, but during a divorce, those posts can carry unexpected weight. Photos, comments, and even likes may influence how the process unfolds. Knowing the risks of online activity can help protect both reputation and outcome....
Establishing paternity gives a child legal recognition of both parents and allows fathers to build a stronger role in their child’s life. In Kentucky, unmarried fathers must take specific steps before they can place their name on the birth certificate. Knowing the...
Dividing property in a Kentucky divorce often goes beyond the family home. Investment properties, such as rental houses or commercial spaces, can raise tough questions. Before deciding whether to keep an investment property, it helps to carefully look at both...
Deciding to end a marriage is rarely simple. Many couples wrestle with the question of whether their issues can be worked through or if the relationship has reached a point where moving on is the healthier choice. While every situation looks different, there are some...
Going through a divorce with your spouse can be challenging and emotionally taxing. As you take time to recover from your breakup and manage your affairs, it is also important for your children to have the sufficient time they need to adjust to their new living...
Do you know if your spouse is hiding assets during your divorce? In Lexington, divorces often involve complex property and significant wealth. Some spouses hide accounts or undervalue businesses to reduce what you receive. Identifying these assets early is critical....
Ending a marriage means that you have to go through a variety of steps before it’s legally over. One of these is going through the property division process, but this isn’t limited only to the assets. You also have to determine what to do with marital debts. Every...
Spousal support, or alimony, can be a significant issue in a Kentucky divorce. Courts consider various factors when determining whether one spouse should receive financial assistance after the divorce. Understanding these factors helps both parties know what to expect...